The UK maintains relatively light-touch regulations on e-cigarettes versus European counterparts and many other countries, according to a new analysis from the free market-oriented Institute for Economic Affairs (IEA) think-tank. However, amid rising usage concerns, Britain may impose further vaping restrictions following wider international policy shifts.
Read moreWhile the vape category continues evolving, it remains popular with legal-age adult users seeking an alternative to traditional tobacco. Understanding the vape consumer presents opportunities for convenience stores to drive sales through strategic cross-promotions.
Vape products have faced increased FDA scrutiny in recent years regarding flavors and marketing practices. However, the category persists with loyal users aged 18+ who enjoy vapes like e-cigarettes as a substitute for cigarettes. Read more
The Louisiana Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control (ATC) has published its new V.A.P.E. Directory, an official registry of approved vape and alternative nicotine products permitted for sale in the state. Popular disposable brands like Elf Bar are absent from the list, effectively banning their retail sale in Louisiana. Read more
Concerns Grow Over Teen Vaping Rates, But Approaches Vary Across Canada
Ontario recently announced plans to impose a new provincial tax on vaping products, joining a federal taxation scheme aimed at addressing rapidly rising rates of vaping among Canadian youth. While several provinces have already implemented taxes on vapes, approaches remain inconsistent nationwide. Experts call Ontario’s move an important first step, but say more comprehensive strategies are needed to tackle this pressing public health issue.
Read moreThe vaping landscape continues to shift, with disposable e-cigarettes claiming a growing share of the market according to recent industry analysis. These convenient, affordable devices now account for close to 40% of vape sales globally. This article will explore the disposable vaping boom, including key trends, product variations, and implications for the wider industry. Read more
At one point valued at an astonishing $38 billion, e-cigarette maker Juul seemed destined to transform the nicotine industry. But in one of the most stunning falls from grace in recent memory, the company now faces thousands of lawsuits and a decimated reputation.
Netflix’s new four-part documentary series Big Vape: The Rise and Fall of Juul chronicles the company’s meteoric ascent, followed by an equally rapid demise. Through extensive research and insider accounts, it constructs a cautionary tale of innovation without foresight. Read more
Disposable or single-use vapes exploded in popularity thanks to novelty flavors and compact aesthetics. But several nations now move to prohibit these devices, known as puff bars, over escalating concerns around youth vaping.
Read moreStarting a vape shop takes careful planning and preparation. A comprehensive business plan serves as the blueprint for building a successful retail vape business. This complete guide provides tips and a customizable template for crafting an effective vape shop business plan. Follow the 7 steps below to document your operations, financials, marketing, and growth strategies.
Read moreThe Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors has approved a new zoning rule that significantly restricts where new businesses selling vape, tobacco, and other smoking products can operate. The measure, which went into effect on Thursday, is designed to control the proliferation of these stores and limit youth exposure.
Under the new ordinance, any new store dedicating 25% or more of its inventory or 15% or more of its display area to vape and tobacco products cannot be located within 2,000 feet of any public or private K-12 school. This same 2,000-foot separation requirement also applies between similar stores, effectively preventing clusters of vape shops. Additionally, these businesses will have their operating hours restricted to 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Andy Gillies, the county’s Director of Planning, stated the rules were a response to concerns from supervisors and residents about the growing number of these stores and national studies linking their proximity to schools with increased adolescent smoking and vaping. As of September 2022, Chesterfield County had at least 235 stores selling tobacco and nicotine vaping products.
The new regulations will only apply to new businesses; existing vape and tobacco shops are grandfathered in and will not be impacted by the location restrictions. However, some local shop owners voiced concerns during the board meeting, with one calling the new guidelines, particularly the 8 p.m. closing time, “unfair and unjust” and potentially harmful to business.
With the UK government’s recent announcement pledging to create an illicit vapes enforcement squad, Broughton has stepped up to help retailers identify these unauthorized products. As part of the country’s smoke-free 2030 ambition, promoting vapes is considered one of the four “critical must-dos” that aim to push smoking prevalence below 5% by the end of the decade.
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